North Nicosia airport «Ercan» (ECN) Transfers & Taxi

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How the service works

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Choose the route and a car You can order a vehicle of any capacity — from a Micro for two to a 19-seater bus.
2
Complete the booking form
and choose a payment method
Select the pickup date and time, then choose a payment method. As soon as your booking is complete, you will receive an email with a voucher.
3
The driver meets you
with a nameplate at the airport
The driver will be waiting for you on site at the scheduled time. They will guide you to the car and take you to your hotel.

7834 reviews about transfer from North Nicosia airport «Ercan» (ECN) with an average rating of 4.6 / 5

We were greeted at the airport and got a swift and problem free journey to our destination. The driver was very nice, and we had a good car also. Conclusion, we are very pleased with the service. Many thanks! Joakim F
The trip went great, the driver was early and very professional, he helped us load the bags in and out of the car. I would recomend kiwitaxi to anyone. 10/10 great service. William
All went well! Good communication on whatapp and on a phone with confirm. Friendly driver, good clean car, and on-time. Also safe driving, would book my transfer here again Recommend! Marina
I was pleasantly surprised that my return ride was GREAT. I had some problems with my first ride from the Istanbul Airport into town and had planned to also handle the return trip with Kiwitaxi. This drive and this trip was very good. The vehicle was clean, the driver arrived 10 minutes early, was very helpful in getting our bags into the vehicle, was polite, spoke Turkish, Arabic, and English. He was a safe driver, did NOT use his phone during the trip, was friendly but also was appropriately quiet. It was a good last impression that was left. VanettaA
All good - our driver, Anthony, was early to collect us, helpful with our luggage, and pleasant to chat to en route to the airport. Would definitely recommend this service. Carole P
Kirill is excellent. Very caring, helping, intelligent with great driving skills. In our short drive home we had a guided tour around dinner of the Barcelona's famous neighbourhoods and landmarks and had a lecture on history of the city. Overall top notch service and great value for money. Iwan Potapow
Great trip from Larnaca airport to Limassol. The driver waited for us in at the airport and walked us to the car. We had a nice and easy trip. Great service. LH
Professional and very friendly driver. Exceeded our expectations. Always helpful from the first minute. Thank you! Nuno Sequeira
Always available on call for any issue or assistance required. Cooperative staff, well-mannered driver and good quality of car. Yash Ayya
It was excellent, on time and the driver was amazing, made few needed stops and drove safely. Extremely recommended Micheline

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Budget For a couple or a family with a child.
Business class For comfortable business trips.
Spacious For groups of up to 19 people or large baggage.

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Wait time if your flight is delayed 90 minutes of free waiting time at the airport.
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24 hours prior to the trip.
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FAQ

How do I book a transfer from/to North Nicosia airport «Ercan» (ECN)?

Enter the departure location in the “From” field and the destination in the “To” field. You can enter the name of the place or specify the exact address. The drop-down suggestions will make the search faster and easier.

Then, click on the “View Prices” button. Select the required transfer class and click "Book" to continue with the booking.

How far in advance should I book a transfer from/to North Nicosia airport «Ercan» (ECN)?

The timing depends on the vehicle class.

Premium class vehicles or Minibus for 10, 13, 16 or 19 pax should be booked at least 24 hours in advance.

Standard vehicles (Micro, Economy, Comfort, Minivan 4 pax, Minibus 7 pax) should be booked at least 16 hours prior to your trip.

If you don't have that much time, you can book an urgent transfer. We will inform you as soon as possible whether we can provide the service or not.

What should I do if my flight from North Nicosia airport «Ercan» (ECN) is delayed?

As soon as you find out that your flight is delayed, please inform your driver by calling the phone number provided to you, contacting Customer Support via e-mail at support@kiwitaxi.com, by using the online chat on our website, or by calling +442080682801.

Provide the order number and the new arrival time.

What should I do if my flight to North Nicosia airport «Ercan» (ECN) arrives early?

If your flight arrives early, your driver may not be at the meeting point with a nameplate yet. Please wait for the driver at the meeting point indicated on the voucher.

You can also contact the driver by phone or SMS to speed up your meeting at the airport.

Important note: If possible, do not leave the airport with a local taxi service, as we will not be able to refund you.

How do I find my driver before my transfer from/to North Nicosia airport «Ercan» (ECN)?

Important note: Your driver will meet you with a nameplate displaying the first and last names you provided during the booking.

For airport transfers, the driver will meet you at the arrivals area exit. It is located after the passport control and the baggage claim areas.

For hotel transfers, the driver will wait in the lobby.

Detailed meet-up instructions can be found in your trip confirmation voucher. It will also include the driver’s telephone number.

How much does a taxi transfer service from/to North Nicosia airport «Ercan» (ECN) cost?

The taxi fare for a transfer from/to North Nicosia airport «Ercan» (ECN) depends on the vehicle class and distance to your destination. To view the exact taxi rate, please use our website by entering your departure and arrival locations and our system will instantly provide you with the cost. Opting for Kiwitaxi's taxi service ensures not only a favourable fare but also peace of mind, comfort, and attentive care for you and your loved ones, often at a price comparable to or even lower than local taxi services.

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Transfers vs. Other Ways to Get from Nicosia Ercan Airport

Ercan Airport is located near Nicosia (Lefkosa), the capital of the Republic of Cyprus and of the partly recognized Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus. It is possible to arrive at Ercan only with a transit in one of the Turkish airports: this air hub is domestic and does not serve direct international flights.  From here, tourists set off to the airports of Ayia Napa, Girne, Iskele, Karsiyaka, Limassol or can travel to the cities of Kyrenia, Larnaca, or Paphos. 

How to get from Ercan Airport to Nicosia or the other way round

It is around 25 km to Nicosia. In order to get there, one can use the following transportation options: 

— buses of the KIBHAS company. They depart from the airport to Nicosia and other cities of the northern Cyprus from approximately 08:10 to 00:30 every 1-1,5 hours  (specify the timetable for each city separately). The stop is right at the terminal exit, and tickets can be bought in advance on the company’s site or from a driver when boarding; 

— “dolmus” minibuses. They run with an interval of 10 minutes without a stable schedule. Tickets are sold by a conductor;

— taxi, which can be taken on the spot or ordered via the app on the smartphone;

— transfer booked online in advance. 

If you arrive late, it is better to book a transfer in advance or take a taxi: buses stop running by night, and minibuses schedule is unpredictable. 

Transfer vs. Taxi from Ercan Airport (taken on the spot or booked via the app)

Advantages of a private transfer

100% guarantee of the car arrival. You will not be able to use an international aggregator like Uber in the Northern Cyprus (nor in the South Cyprus). One can try booking a taxi with the help of the local app, nTAXI. But the users complain about a long search, an absence of available cars, and complexities when specifying an address. 

Leave the airport as soon as your flight arrives. There will be a lot of tourists wishing to travel by taxi, so you will have to spend some time in a line.  You should not wait for a driver: he/she monitors your flight arrival time and comes in advance.

No need to learn Turkish to book a car. To avoid long queues, tourists are recommended to book a taxi from the airport on the site. However, it is not quite convenient as the booking form is only in Turkish. Kiwitaxi site is available in 5 languages, including English, and an English-speaking support operates 24/7. 

Disadvantage of a private transfer

A bit more expensive. According to local tariffs, a taxi to Nicosia costs 30-50 euro, and to Girne  — 25–30 euro. Transfer to the Northern part of Nicosia will cost 40 euro, and to the southern part and Girne  —  45 euro.  

Transfer from Ercan Airport vs. Bus and Minibus 

Advantages of a private transfer

Travel even at night. Buses do not run after the midnight, and you should not rely on minibuses either: they do not have a stable timetable. 

Get to your hotel without changes. One can get  to Ercan Airport, only with a change. Will you want to make another change (this time from one bus to another) in order to get to your hotel? Transfer goes directly to your destination, and you can have a rest after the flight on your way. 

Much more comfortable. “Dolmus”  is translated as “full” from Turkish. Indeed, this small minibus will be crammed with people. Kiwitaxi means that “you will ride in a comfortable car, and no one will bother you”.

Disadvantage of a private transfer

Much more expensive. One bus ticket costs around 2-3 euro, and a dolmus ticket costs 1 euro.